Job summary
We are looking for an experienced clinical pharmacist who is keen to work flexibly to support the clinical services across a range of specialities.
The successful candidate will join a patient focused team that are highly regarded across the organisation, providing expert advice and support to patients and members of the multidisciplinary team.
A robust induction and training plan will be supported to allow integration with the team and across the clinical areas.
This post is a flexible one that can accommodate a number of working patterns including weekends and holiday periods.
Main duties of the job
To support the development, delivery and evaluation of the clinical pharmacy service across all specialities.
Participate in departmental and speciality Quality Improvement initiatives.
To facilitate patient flow across the organisation and support the patient in managing their medicines.
About us
The clinical pharmacy team at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust has a commitment to helping staff to reach their potential in a supportive environment that has a high regard for staff health and wellbeing.
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide high quality care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver a high quality clinical pharmacy service to a variety of specialities across the organisation.
To supervise and develop other members of the pharmacy team in the provision of clinical pharmacy services .
To provide expert pharmaceutical advice to patients and members of the multidisciplinary team.
To work closely with the Lead Pharmacists to develop, deliver and evaluate the clinical pharmacy services across the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver a high quality clinical pharmacy service to a variety of specialities across the organisation.
To supervise and develop other members of the pharmacy team in the provision of clinical pharmacy services .
To provide expert pharmaceutical advice to patients and members of the multidisciplinary team.
To work closely with the Lead Pharmacists to develop, deliver and evaluate the clinical pharmacy services across the organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC Registration
- MPharm Degree or equivalent
- Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy/General Pharmacy Practice
Desirable
- Independent prescriber
- Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in managing patients in a range of specialties including elderly care and medicine
Desirable
- Previous experience in developing guidelines/drug policies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GPhC Registration
- MPharm Degree or equivalent
- Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy/General Pharmacy Practice
Desirable
- Independent prescriber
- Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in managing patients in a range of specialties including elderly care and medicine
Desirable
- Previous experience in developing guidelines/drug policies
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
